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Tuesday, April 1, 2008

Takes the Cake

Well, I've officially been back at the office for 3 1/2 hours... and it's already started. My boss just sent me an email lecturing me about using the Out of Office Assistant on my email when I'm on vacation... and I absolutely did. One of the people I support must have used the excuse of not knowing about my vacation to complain... but it was on our daily schedule for weeks, and I had my out of office reply set up the day that I left. I even know several people that recieved the message!

But that's just typical - they always assume that I'm wrong before finding out what the truth behind the story is. (The stupid thing is that I know my boss had to have gotten the reply message when she emailed me during the time I was out too!) She even came to my desk to look at my computer - like that was necessary... but once again - didn't acknowledge her mistake. She just turned around and walked off... how hard is it? I mean if I'm wrong - I freely admit it - I'm not perfect, and I don't hide behind my short-comings.

In her email - she said that I should have changed my voicemail message too - which I didn't do, but I told her that and offered to change it in the future when I am out of the office. It's really not that big of a deal... the request in question wasn't even an emergency - just a normal request that I will handle today and everyone will be just fine... but in our typical style - we have to make a big nasty deal about it... and once again - I feel attacked and incompetent because of the way it was handled.

Just once - I'd like for them to say "my mistake" or "sorry" when these things happen and I'm actually not at fault... or even more than that - I'd love to work for people that would talk to me like a human being before jumping to the negative conclusions. What kind of life do these people lead if they can't even think about things from someone else's perspective?

I just can't imagine being that kind of boss - I'd probably be a little to much of a push over, but I would certainly give the employee the benefit of the doubt before confronting them!

Ok, just a small rant as I am miserably back at work today... I really need one of those principals to call me and give me a brighter light at the end of this dark tunnel... but I'll pray for patience when I have an opportunity to walk away from my desk and have some quiet time. Serenity NOW!!

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Kim

This blog is a look at life through my eyes: a woman trying to lose weight (weight loss surgery and no Trim Healthy Mama), MoyaMoya survivor (2 brain surgeries in summer 2014), infertility survivor, adoptive mother, homeschooler, Christian, and a woman on an amazing spiritual journey. Our incredible journey of faith led us to the adoption of our son in April '10... but also to a miracle pregnancy!

John

My partner in crime... and partner in life. A wonderful husband, provider, support system, and father. Loves Texas A&M football (okay, all sports), The Fightin' Texas Aggie Band, fishing, gardening, cooking, and hanging out with his family.

James

Our son born in April '10, loves getting into everything - climbing - running - and has a great time doing it! James is always on the go and loves to be outside!

Tyler

Our son born in October '10... is also into everything! Tyler loves reading as much as climbing, and would sit most days and read with you all day long. He also loves to snuggle.

Allie

This lazy girl joined our family in 2012. She was an anniversary present for me, when John found her and adopted her. She is extremely patient with the boys, and we get a lot of joy & laughter at her expense.

Dixie

This wild child joined our family in 2013 after losing our Boston Terrier, Missy, at 15 years old. She was a stubborn ball of energy at first, but now she just lays around and snores.